VOICED: Murky future for giant Philippine crocodiles

The video discusses Lolong, a 21-foot crocodile captured in the Philippines, and the challenges of human-crocodile coexistence. It highlights the habitat of Lolong in Agusan Marsh, the fear among locals due to rising attacks, and the efforts to manage these conflicts. Conservationists suggest identifying crocodile habitats to prevent human encroachment. Lolong is now a tourist attraction, and plans are underway for more enclosures.

What makes the remote marshes of Mindanao an ideal habitat for crocodiles like Lolong?

• High human population

• Abundant food and large space

• Frequent disturbances

• Cold climate

Why are the villagers near Agusan Marsh fearful?

• They believe Lolong is responsible for attacks

• They are afraid of losing their homes

• They fear the marsh will dry up

• They are worried about pollution

What did tests on Lolong reveal about his involvement in human attacks?

• He was definitely responsible

• He had human remains in his stomach

• No human remains were found

• He was too small to attack humans

What is one proposed solution to reduce human-crocodile conflicts?

• Building more tourist attractions

• Identifying and avoiding crocodile breeding areas

• Capturing all crocodiles

• Encouraging people to venture into crocodile habitats

What is the significance of Lolong's capture for the local community?

• It solved all their problems

• It turned Lolong into a tourist attraction

• It led to the extinction of crocodiles

• It increased the number of crocodile attacks